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Sylvester Stallone is Set to Film a New Movie in Philadelphia This Summer
Sylvester Stallone has become synonymous with the city of Philadelphia since filming the first Rocky film in 1976. After filming numerous additional sequels in the city in the decades that followed, Stallone will be returning to Philly in the next few months to film a new non-Rocky or Creed-related movie, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia…
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An Atlantic City-based Restaurant is Coming to Philly’s Suburban Station
Restaurateur Mark Callazzo and partner Lee Sanchez are taking over a street-level space inside Suburban Station to open a new second Rhythm & Spirits, writes Jason Sheehan and Kae Lani Palmisano for Philadelphia Magazine. Rhythm & Spirits has its first location in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and the new Philadelphia location is expected to share…
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WSJ: Why Eastern State Penitentiary Became a Popular Wedding Venue in Philadelphia
In 2021, Christina Spence and her husband Ricky Scalia eloped and got married at Eastern State Penitentiary and it had to do with the fact that Spence wanted to have a simple wedding, writes Joel Millman for The Wall Street Journal. “My cousin got married in a castle. We wanted to have a unique stress…
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Comcast Expansion is Coming to Philadelphia, Says CEO Brian Roberts
Comcast CEO Brian Roberts has plans to further expand its presence throughout Philadelphia, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Already the largest public company headquartered in Philadelphia, Comcast is also one of the biggest employers and occupiers of real estate, most notably at its two namesake skyscrapers in Center City. “Philadelphia is home,…
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Forbes Gives a Philadelphia Luxury Hotel, Restaurant and Spa 5-Star Ratings
A Philadelphia luxury hotel and a fine dining restaurant have received a five-star rating from Forbes Travel Guide for the second year in a row, while a local spa also received a five-star designation, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Rittenhouse Hotel and Jean-Georges Philadelphia were the respective luxury hotel and restaurant,…
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It’s a Homecoming For Kyle Lowry As He Heads to the Philadelphia 76ers
After a trade and subsequent contract buyout, Kyle Lowry will soon embark on a homecoming as he intends to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, writes Justin Grasso for Sports Illustrated. Lowry was born and raised in North Philadelphia and played basketball at Cardinal Dougherty High School before playing two years of college basketball at Villanova…
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Prominent Climate Scientist and Penn Professor Michael Mann Wins Defamation Case, Awarded $1 Million
Michael Mann, climate scientist and a professor at the University of Pennsylvania, won his defamation case and was awarded $1 million by the jury, writes Suman Naishadham for the Associated Press. Mann sued two conservative writers 12 years ago after they compared his depictions of global warming to convicted child molester, Jerry Sandusky. In 1998,…
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Bonner’s Irish Pub Building in Center City Placed On the Market As Owner Seeks Development Partner
The building that has housed Bonner’s Irish Pub in Center City for 30 years is now on the market, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Owner Daniel Bonner has placed the 124-year-old building’s asking price at $6 million. Bonner hopes that listing the property for sale will lead to him finding a partner…
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This Local Couple Has A 50-Plus Year Love Story, and It All Started With an Ad and a Computer
The concept of dating through the use of a computer didn’t really catch on for most of society until around the 1990s, but one Philadelphia couple can thank the advent of the computer for helping jumpstart their relationship in 1965. That year, Shelly Beaser (then Bronstein), from Broomall, was a sophomore and commuter student at…
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Former Philadelphia Zoo CEO Vik Dewan Sets Sights On Increased Charitable Giving to Nonprofits
After he stepped down from the position of Philadelphia Zoo CEO, Vik Dewan has set his sights on obscure funds in an attempt to increase charitable giving, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. When he was tapped to be the zoo’s CEO in 2006, Dewan had no educational or professional background in wildlife preservation or animal…
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What’s the Outlook For This Year’s Super Bowl Food Spending? Wells Fargo Has Answers
Wells Fargo has released its annual Super Bowl Food Report, and it projects Super Bowl food spending to be strong this year thanks to increased job growth. U.S. companies hired approximately 2.4 million more workers in January 2024 compared to January 2023, while the average wage growth rose by 4.5 percent from the same period…
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Former Secretary of the Navy Featured on Local Accounting Firm Podcast
Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz (BGA&F) presents season 2 of their leadership podcast, “Follow Our Lead with Alaina Kearney.” The podcast follows the success stories of Greater Philadelphia trailblazers. Guests offer valuable leadership insights into building successful businesses, brands, teams, and reputations. The first episode of this season is out now and features the former…
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AARP Pennsylvania Urges Vigilance Against Romance Scams This Valentine’s Day
Romance scams this Valentine’s Day are more prevalent than ever, and they target individuals of all backgrounds and ages. In the age of digital connectivity, many people are forming friendships and potential love interests through social media, mobile game apps, and online dating sites. While these platforms can be wonderful ways to meet new people,…
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What is the Expected Economic Impact of Philly’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Games?
The official match schedule for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been released. As a result, a second look is being taken to analyze the economic impact the games will have on Philadelphia, writes Justin Udo for KYW Newsradio. Lincoln Financial Field in South Philadelphia will host six FIFA World Cup matches in 2026, each…
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Philadelphia Students Lend Their Voices For New PBS Cartoon’s Theme Song
“Lyla in the Loop,” a new PBS cartoon has a theme song performed using the voices of Philadelphia second graders, writes Mike DeNardo for KYW Newsradio. The second graders attend Fanny Jackson Coppin School in South Philadelphia. One of those students is show producer Dave Peth’s daughter, Anna. The recording session took place in November…
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Use Salt and Other Ice-Melts the Right Way!
When the forecast calls for snow and ice, we often turn to salt or other chemicals to help keep sidewalks and streets safe. While this important public safety measure saves lives on our roadways every year, it’s important to know that all deicers can be harmful to our water supply, the environment, your garden, sidewalks,…
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Belay, Philadelphia Startup That Sells Insurance Policies For Stock Investments, Prepares to Launch Direct-to-Consumer Product
Belay, a Philadelphia startup that sells insurance policies on stock investments, is preparing to launch its direct-to-consumer platform very soon, writes Ryan Mulligan for PHL Inno. The platform will initially launch to people on the waitlist before it becomes accessible to the general public in the first week of February. So far, the company’s insurance…
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Meet Adriann Bautista: A Mother, Full-Time Grants Administrator, And Current Masters Degree Student at Peirce College
Adriann Bautista’s journey after graduating high school began at Thomas Jefferson University. However, her journey was forced to take a pivot due to her life circumstances at the time. She was caring for her mother as she battled cancer; dealing with a separation; caring for her two children; and starting a new job. But through…
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